The word 'charming' doesn't even begin to convey the appeal of this delightful board book for young readers. Illustrator Charles Reasoner has a knack for composing images that conjure warmth and elicit smiles, creating a lively universe on every page. The deftness with which he conveys both story and emotion, whether it be through an owl hurriedly flying through the air to join his family or the star's diamond-like twinkl...Read more

World History Detective eliminates the possibility of the passive student. Instead of simply providing facts for rote memorization, it requires students to assess what is put before them, to ferret out evidence and draw inferences and conclusions based on that evidence. And it systematically provides the necessary tools to do so. Through the structure and content of the book, the student gains formidable critical thinking...Read more